Work | Deswik Keyboard Shortcuts

Deswik allows full customization (unlike many mining packages):

: Repeat the most recently used CAD design command sequence.

In the high-stakes world of mining engineering and geological modelling, speed is not just an advantage—it is a necessity. Deswik.Suite has established itself as the industry standard for mine design, scheduling, and data integration. However, even the most powerful CAD and GIS tools can feel sluggish if you are constantly reaching for the mouse.

: Users can navigate to the Shortcuts section of the configuration menu to define new key combinations or character aliases. deswik keyboard shortcuts

Before diving into complex design commands, mastering basic navigation ensures you can move through large-scale mining models with ease. : Quickly jump to the top of the project tree . Ctrl + End : Jump to the bottom of the project tree .

: Tilt the 3D camera view looking downward.

Here’s a breakdown of how the shortcuts work and some of the most popular setups used in the industry. Common "Single-Key" Customizations However, even the most powerful CAD and GIS

Every mining engineer has a unique workflow. If a tool you use daily lacks a default key combination, Deswik allows you to map your own custom shortcuts.

| Shortcut | Action | During Command | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Ortho Mode (Lock Axis) | Forces lines to be perfectly horizontal or vertical. | | F9 | Snap Mode (Grid Snap) | Snaps cursor to defined grid increments. | | F10 | Polar Tracking | Snaps to specific angles (45°, 90°, etc.). | | F11 | Object Snap (Osnap) | Automatically finds endpoints, midpoints, centers. | | Tab | Dynamic Input | Type exact coordinates or distances while drawing. | | Spacebar | Repeat Last Command | The ultimate speed hack. Hit Space to re-do your last edit. |

Because Deswik's default shortcuts are often multi-key and perceived as slow by power users, many mine planners customize their workspace. : Quickly jump to the top of the project tree

Use the Layer Dropdown in the top toolbar. Type the first few letters of a layer name to jump to it instantly.

Unlike pure CAD, Deswik has a command bar (usually at the bottom). Typing these commands is faster than hunting for icons.